The Leadership Crisis No One’s Talking About
The Leadership Crisis No One’s Talking About In his recent speech, “How the Elite Rigged Society (And Why Its Falling Apart),” David Brooks critiques the breakdown of societal structures and urges a return to moral formation and community-based renewal. His message resonates with MELD’s work for nearly three decades—helping men reclaim emotional leadership and foster […]
The Brotherhood Paradox: What Ancient Tribes Knew About Modern Male Growth
The Brotherhood Paradox: What Ancient Tribes Knew About Modern Male Growth Basking in the glow from our Prime Retreat in Joshua Tree this past weekend, I am more than reminded of the power that a community of men can create, I am transformed by that community. Thirty men — with the support of an amazing […]
Unlock the Science of Connection: How Social Bonds Improve Your Health
Unlock the Science of Connection: How Social Bonds Improve Your Health Being in a loving relationship or part of a supportive community doesn’t just feel good — it reshapes your body at the cellular level. This phenomenon is explored in the field of social genomics, which examines how social experiences influence gene expression, showing that […]
From Retreat to Real Life: Bringing Emotional Strength Home
From Retreat to Real Life: Bringing Emotional Strength Home When men return from a retreat, they often talk about the deep sense of connection they experienced. That feeling of being seen, understood, and supported by a group of men is powerful—but what happens when they step back into their daily lives? The true measure of […]
The Cost of Burnout and How to Turn It Around
The Cost of Burnout and How to Turn It Around Burnout is more than just feeling stressed or tired – it is a full-body signal that something fundamental is out of balance. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially defines burnout as a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. Its […]
How to Help a Young Man
How to Help a Young Man A woman on our newsletter list asked me how she could help her 19-year-old son “turn into a good man.” Here is my response: My best recommendation is to have him be around mature men. It could be a dad, teachers, coaches, uncles, mentors…. Here are some other resources: […]
The Secret to Universal Growth: MELD’s Principles for Lasting Change
The Secret to Universal Growth: MELD’s Principles for Lasting Change What Are You Missing? You feel it every day. That subtle tension between achieving more and feeling fulfilled. You are working harder, leveraging every tool and technique for success, yet something essential remains just out of reach. Like trying to see your own eyes without […]
Why Individual Growth Isn’t Enough: The Evolutionary Shift to Communal Growth
Why Individual Growth Isn’t Enough: The Evolutionary Shift to Communal Growth The Reconnection: Reclaiming Our Ancestral Roots Imagine a moment when human connection was not a luxury but a fundamental survival skill. When “community” wasn’t a buzzword, but the very fabric of existence. This is the story of how we lost that connection — and […]
What Are We Missing So Much that We Don’t Know We Are — And Why It Is So Critical – part 1
What Are We Missing So Much that We Don’t Know We Are — And Why It Is So Critical – part 1 Part 1: The Forgotten Wisdom of the Body: Understanding Somatic Education and Our Historical Disconnection What is Somatic Education? Imagine a practice that helps you truly understand the conversation happening between your body […]
How Play and Connection Drive Personal Growth and Transformation
How Play and Connection Drive Personal Growth and Transformation At the heart of personal growth lies a potent duo that can significantly transform our experiences and perspectives: connection and play. While these elements might seem simple at first glance, their impact on our development is profound, offering pathways to unlock our potential and foster substantial […]
